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New talks are 'last chance' for Iran to forge a deal and avoid escalation of US strikes, Trump says
Compiled Aug 4
What happened
Trump says new talks between Washington and Tehran are the 'last chance' for Iran to forge a deal and avoid escalation of US strikes
The detail
Trump says negotiations are expected to focus on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and addressing US concerns about Iran's nuclear program
The detail
Trump held off ordering new massive US strikes at the urging of Gulf allies Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates
The detail
A plan was in place for US forces to carry out what Trump called 'the biggest attack since World War II' on Sunday, but it was scrapped
How it unfolded
Feb. 28: US and Israel strikes on Iran begin · early April: US and Iran agree to a two-week ceasefire shortly before Trump's deadline for Iran to capitulate or face attacks · May 18: Trump announces he is holding off on a major planned military strike, citing 'serious negotiations' · in June: Trump threatens to hit Iran 'VERY HARD' and target Kharg Island, then calls off strikes after citing progress in talks · Saturday: Trump speaks by phone with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman · Monday: Trump tells reporters new talks are the 'last chance' for Iran to reach a deal
Still unresolved
Unnamed Iranian officials reportedly requested that Trump hold off on strikes, according to Trump